Xantrex Technology jazz 300 User Manual
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Technology Inc. © 2001 Xantrex International. All rights reserved.
Jazz 300 Owners Guide © April 2001 Xantrex International.
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Email: support.jazz@xantrex.com
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Part No. 445-0120-01-01 Revision 2
Contents
Safety First .......................................................................... 1
1 Introduction ........................................................................ 4
2 Installation Guidelines .......................................................... 6
3 Using the Jazz 300 .............................................................. 9
4 Troubleshooting ................................................................ 16
5 Limited Warranty
6 Out-of-Warranty Service Information ................................... 24
(USA and Canada only) .......................................... 20
Safety First
Incorrect installation or misuse of the Jazz 300 may result in danger to the user or
hazardous conditions. We urge you to pay special attention to all CAUTION and
WARNING statements. CAUTION statements identify conditions or practices that
may result in damage to the Jazz 300 or to other equipment. WARNING statements
identify conditions that may result in personal injury or loss of life.
WARNING! Shock hazard. Keep away from children.
· The Jazz 300 generates the same potentially lethal AC power as a normal
household wall outlet. Treat it with the same respect that you would any AC
outlet.
· Do not insert foreign objects into the Jazz 300s AC outlets, fan or vent
openings.
· Do not expose the Jazz 300 to water, rain, snow or spray.
· Do not, under any circumstances, connect the Jazz 300 to utility power AC
distribution wiring.
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WARNING! Heated surface.
· The Jazz 300s housing may become uncomfortably warm, reaching 140°F (60°C)
under extended high power operation. Ensure at least 2 inches (5 cm) of air
space is maintained on all sides of the Jazz 300. During operation, keep away
from materials that may be affected by high temperatures.
WARNING! Explosion hazard.
· Do not use the Jazz 300 in the presence of flammable fumes or gases, such as in
the bilge of a gasoline powered boat, or near propane tanks. Do not use the
Jazz 300 in an enclosure containing automotive-type, lead-acid batteries. These
batteries, unlike sealed batteries, vent explosive hydrogen gas, which can be
ignited by sparks from electrical connections.
· When working on electrical equipment always ensure someone is nearby to help
you in an emergency.
CAUTION!
· Do not connect live AC power to the Jazz 300s AC outlets. The inverter will be
damaged even if it is switched OFF.
· Do not connect any AC load, which has its neutral conductor connected to
ground, to the Jazz 300.
· Do not expose the Jazz 300 to temperatures exceeding 104°F (40°C).
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CAUTION! Do not use the Jazz 300 with the following equipment:
· Small battery operated products such as rechargeable flashlights, some
rechargeable shavers, and night-lights that are plugged directly into an AC
receptacle to recharge.
· Certain battery chargers for battery packs used in hand powered tools. These
chargers will have warning labels stating that dangerous voltages are present at
the chargers battery terminals.
· Connect Jazz 300 only to batteries with a 12-volt nominal output. A battery with
6-volt nominal output will not supply enough voltage and a battery with 24-volt
nominal output will damage the inverter.
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1 Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the JazzTM 300 Power Inverter. The Jazz 300 is a compact
and highly portable power inverter from Xantrex, the leader in the field of high
frequency inverter design. From the 12-volt outlet in your vehicle or boat, or directly
from a dedicated 12-volt battery, the Jazz 300 will efficiently and reliably power a
wide variety of household AC products, such as TVs, computers, VCRs, and many
more. The Jazz 300 is designed to provide years of trouble-free operation and includes
automatic safety monitoring circuitry to protect the inverter, and your battery, from
inadvertent overload conditions.
Read this guide before installing or using the Jazz 300 and save it for future
reference.
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Safety Features
These advanced safety features are built into the Jazz 300:
· Electronic overload protection with automatic shutdown.
· Built-in internal backup DC fuse provides added safety.
· Low battery voltage warning followed by automatic shutdown.
· High input voltage protection with automatic shutdown.
· Over temperature protection with automatic shutdown.
· Output short circuit protection.
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2 Installation Guidelines
Selecting a Suitable Location
For safe and optimum performance, install the Jazz 300 in a location that is
Dry. Do not expose to water drip or spray.
Cool. Operate only in ambient temperatures between 32°F (0°C) and 104°F
(40°C). Keep away from furnace heating vents or other heat producing equipment.
Well ventilated. Allow at least 2 inches (5 cm) clearance above and on all sides
of the unit for proper cooling.
Safe. Do not install Jazz 300 in a compartment with batteries or flammable
liquids, such as gasoline, or explosive vapors.
Clean and free of dust and dirt. This is especially important if the Jazz
300 is used in a work environment.
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